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Two amazing days in the heart of Carpathian Mountains! Stay in the town of Kosiv, the cultural center of Hutsuls which are a native ethnocultural group in the Carpathians. Hike to Nimchych mountain pass (580 m), Smuharski waterfalls, Protyate Kaminnya and Sokolyne Oko cliffs, Sokilskyi mountain range. Enjoy the taste of lunch in the open air and splendid sceneries around.

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DAY 1 Kosiv. Market. Waterfalls. Cliffs

Arrive in Ivano-Frankivsk or Kolomyya. Transfer to Kosiv, fairly considered – the capital of folk crafts. Settle at a family-owned guesthouse.

Take a morning walk to the weekly crafts and agricultural fair (bazar) where one can discover all the cultural diversity of the area and choose a brilliant souvenir for a beloved relative or a friend.

Take a trip to Roztoky village, Smuharsky waterfalls. The smallest waterfall is about 4 meters, and the highest has almost 20 meters. In a 5-hour hike you will pass all the waterfalls and find spectacular Protyati cliffs. Stone cliffs created by nature, resemble animals and fairytale characters. The final destination point is Nimchych mountain pass. There is a unique panorama view on the surrounding mountains and the Cheremosh valley there. Return to Kosiv guesthouse.

Hike duration: 6 hours / Distance: 15-20 km

DAY 2. Sokilskyi Mountain Range

After delicious breakfast start off on a trip along the Sokilskyi mountain range which stretches for 15 km right out of Kosiv. Roam in firtree and beech forest alternated with highland meadows. From the top of Mt.Ostra enjoy a wonderful panoramic view on the Kosiv valley.

Hike duration: 6 hours / Distance: 15-20 km

Transfer to Ivano-Frankivsk railway station

Where you will stay

Family owned guesthouse

Pick up and Drop Off

Ivano-Frnkivsk railway station

Route

Ivano-Frankivsk - Kosiv - Ivano-Frankivsk

Transportation

Car/van along the routes

Pricing per person

for a group of 6 - 112 Euro, for a group of 4 - 140 Euro, for a group of 2 - 225 Euro

Price includes:

Accommodation: overnight in a family owned guesthouse

Meals: day 1 – lunch and dinner, day 2 – breakfast and lunch

Transfers: car/vantransfer from Ivano-Frankivsk

Guides: English-speaking hiking guide

Activities: hiking, meeting locals, sightseeing

Price does not include:

Air ticket to Ukraine

Train ticket to Ivano-Frankivsk

Tips and personal expenses

Travel insurance

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